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< All sponsors Commercial Services Group Stand 8 www.commercialservices.org.uk Commercial Services Group is owned by the public sector, for the public sector. We collaborate with local authorities nationwide to help people live, learn and thrive. From energy and environment to procurement, talent, and education, we deliver sustainable solutions that strengthen communities and maximise social impact in challenging times.

Chris NaylorNon-Executive Director –Lead on Diversity & Inclusion, Solace < Speakers < Previous Next > Chris Naylor Non-Executive Director –Lead on Diversity & Inclusion, Solace Director, Inner Circle Consulting Chris Naylor joined Inner Circle Consulting after nearly seven years as the Chief Executive of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham to focus on “reimagining public services and connecting them fully to the people who need them”. Under his leadership the Council focused on inclusive growth, prevention, civic engagement and public participation and equalities. In 2020 Chris was named Municipal Journal’s Chief Executive of the Year. He joined Barking and Dagenham from the London Borough of Barnet where he… Show More

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< All sponsors Cratus cratus.co.uk Cratus Group is a specialist communications consultancy focused on local government, planning, and the built environment. We help organisations engage with communities, navigate politics, and tell their story with impact. Through strategic advice, public affairs, and creative campaigns, we connect people, places, and policy to deliver positive change.

Daniela RivasCity Manager of Newton City < Speakers < Previous Next > Daniela Rivas City Manager of Newton City Newton City, Kansas Daniela Lujano Rivas currently serves as the Newton, Kansas City Manager. As City Manager, she leads the city’s administrative operations including the execution of the Mayor and City Commissioners policies and vision. She has a bachelor’s degree in finance from the W. Frank Barton School of Business from Wichita State University and a Master of Public Administration from the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs at Wichita State University where her studies emphasized public finance and city/county management. She earned… Show More

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John O'HalloranDirector Business Advisory and Consultancy < Speakers < Previous Next > John O'Halloran Director Business Advisory and Consultancy CIPFA John is a highly experienced business manager and management consultant with over 30 years’ experience in both the private and public sectors, now leading CIPFA’s consultancy service. Recently John has helped shape and drive a major cost reduction UK wide programme for police sector, Achieving Finance Excellence in Policing. John has also worked for large civil service departments and every type of local authority in the UK.

< All sponsors Arup www.arup.com Arup is an independent global firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services by adding value to our clients through technical excellence, efficient organisation and personal service. Arup is committed to sustainable design in our projects and industry-wide sustainability initiatives.

Margherita SicaProduct Manager < Speakers < Previous Next > Margherita Sica Product Manager Agilisys Margherita is a Product Manager at Agilisys Transform, responsible for the EHCP Plus solution. Over the past year, Margherita has focused on developing GenAI products specifically in the social care and education space, working closely with frontline workers to build solutions that reduce the administrative burden allowing teams to focus on higher value-add tasks. Margherita is also part of the Portfolio Transformation team at Blenheim Chalcot, the UK's leading digital venture builder, supporting transformation projects for BC and its businesses, with a… Show More

< All sponsors Zellis www.zellis.com Zellis is the UK and Ireland’s leading provider of AI-powered HR, Workforce Management, and Pay solutions. In 2025, we unified Zellis, elementsuite, and Hastee into one platform, now supporting one in six UK workers. We help businesses work smarter and faster—earning top industry awards for innovation and impact.

Darius ToomerHead of Agilisys Transform < Speakers < Previous Next > Darius Toomer Head of Agilisys Transform Agilisys Darius is the Head of Agilisys Transform, responsible for the Agilisys GenAI products business. As part of the Agilisys leadership team for the past 2 years, Darius has been working with public sector clients, building and deploying GenAI tools to support front-line teams. Transform’s core focus is supporting key workers, particularly in SEND & Social Care, with their time-consuming and complex activities - such as drafting of EHCPs & Safeguarding Meetings. Darius is also the Head of Portfolio Transformation at… Show More